For best results, please read all instructions thoroughly prior to attempting installation of your SIR MICHAEL'S tailgate handle relocater. SIR MICHAEL'S recommends the use of approved hand, eye and ear safety equipment while performing this installation. If you have any questions concerning the installation of your SIR MICHAEL'S tailgate handle relocater please contact our customer service department at (714) 379-6800, Monday through Friday between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST).

NOTE: Any part that is modified and/or painted are non returnable.

Remove the tailgate from the truck and place face down across saw horses or work bench.

Remove inspection cover from back of tailgate and unbolt the handle from tailgate.

Use the template provided to cut inspection cover and relocater bracket.

The old handle pocket must be trimmed down so the SIR MICHAEL'S relocater kit will fit in the tailgate. The trimming must be done from the inside of the tailgate.

Install handle in relocater, hook-up rods then mount the relocater with screws provided. Re-mount inspection panel on tailgate.

Remove all paint from the orginal handle lip and approximately 2" around exisitng handle hole.

Place supplied handle hole cover over existing handle hole and spot weld into place. We recommend a mig (wire feed) welder. NOTE: Welding completely around the cover plate may cause the tailgate to warp in this area.

Grind down the welds and fill with body filler, block sand, pimer and then paint. Now you are ready to install the tailgate back onto the truck.